HERA - 50ml
    50ml
    HERA - 50ml
    50ml

    PAPILLON ARTISAN PERFUME

    HERA

    Extrait De Parfum
    Women

    Sizes

    Starting

    $310

    Description

    Hera opens with a bright, tart bergamot that quickly gives way to a lush bouquet of high-quality florals. Narcissus, jasmine, orange blossom, and ylang-ylang create a radiant, golden impression, often described as having a creamy, slightly buttery texture. As it develops, the fragrance softens into a warm, powdery embrace, with orris lending an elegant, almost vintage feel, while ambrette and musk provide a sensual, skin-like warmth in the dry down. It's a sophisticated floral that balances opulence with a subtle, comforting glow. Perfumer: Liz Moores

    Scent Profile

    Floral
    Powdery
    Soft
    Warm
    Amber

    Notes

    Top Notes

    BERGAMOTBergamot
    CLARY SAGEClary Sage

    Middle Notes

    NARCISSUSNarcissus
    JASMINEJasmine
    ORANGE BLOSSOMOrange Blossom
    ORRISOrris
    HELIOTROPEHeliotrope
    ROSERose
    ROSERose
    YLANG-YLANGYlang-Ylang

    Base Notes

    AMBRETTE SEEDAmbrette Seed
    MUSKMusk
    VANILLAVanilla
    LABDANUMLabdanum

    About PAPILLON ARTISAN PERFUME

    PAPILLON ARTISAN PERFUME
    Papillon Artisan Perfumes, founded in 2011 by self-taught British perfumer Liz Moores in England's New Forest, crafts hand-blended, small-batch fragrances inspired by nature, history, literature, people, and artwork, evoking metamorphosis like a butterfly. The brand's philosophy emphasizes artisanal craftsmanship with no outsourcing, ethical cruelty-free sourcing including beachcombed ambergris and vegan options, and classical methods to create rich, vintage-inspired scents like the leathered Anubis and angelic Angelique. Its uniqueness lies in award-winning compositions—such as the entire collection nominated for FIFI Awards 2015 and praised by Luca Turin—blending romantic, literary depth with personal, evocative storytelling for sophisticated wearers.

    Perfumer

    Liz Moores

    Liz Moores

    Liz Moores is a self-taught British perfumer who founded Papillon Artisan Perfumes after beginning her olfactory journey blending essential oils as a massage therapist. She underwent intense self-training through books and courses with the Fragrance Foundation, leading to her debut fragrance Anubis and the launch of her brand with Tobacco Rose and Angelique. Her contributions include innovative, artisan scents like Salome, White Moth, and Hera, demonstrating that independent perfumers can make a significant impact on the industry.

    Reviews

    5.0
    Excellent1 reviews
    Luckyscent
    5.0/5 • 1 reviews

    Community Insights

    Reviewers consistently praise Hera for its exceptional quality and masterful blend of natural ingredients, often noting its radiant and comforting floral character. Many find it to be a modern take on classical perfumery, offering both elegance and a unique warmth.

    Pros

    Quality Composition: Reviewers highlight the use of high-quality natural ingredients and a masterful blend that feels both modern and classic.
    Performance Excellence: Many find Hera to be long-lasting, often staying on the skin all day, with a moderate to strong sillage that creates a beautiful aura.
    Uplifting and Comforting: The scent is frequently described as uplifting, energizing, and radiating a warm, comforting halo around the wearer.

    Cons

    Atypical Bridal Scent: Some reviewers note that it's not a conventional or virginal bridal fragrance, which might not appeal to those seeking a traditional wedding perfume.
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    Comparisons

    Reminiscent of Dryad: It shares some characteristics with Papillon's Dryad, particularly in its natural, green-tinged floral aspects.
    Echoes Guerlain's Chamade: The initial impression can be likened to the gleaming, powdery elegance of Guerlain's Chamade.
    Distant Cousin to Delrae's Amoureuse: It evolves to share a warm, languid quality reminiscent of Delrae's Amoureuse.
    Impression of Caron's Aimez-Moi: Momentarily, the interplay of florals and ambergris can evoke Caron's Aimez-Moi.

    Vibe & Emotions

    Regal and Elegant: It evokes a sense of majestic power, suitable for a goddess, with an opulent and elegant feel.
    Warm and Luminous: Described as a 'gold' perfume, it radiates light, warmth, and a glowing aura, like a halo.
    Sensual and Romantic: It offers a sensual caress and is considered richly detailed and romantic, perfect for special occasions.
    Vintage Charm with Modernity: It carries a subtle nod to vintage fragrances while remaining thoroughly modern and sophisticated.

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